Front Toe Adjustment
Front Toe Adjustment1. Start the engine and center the steering wheel.
2. Turn the engine off. Hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position using a suitable holding device.
3. Check the toe settings following the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
4. NOTE: Do not allow the steering gear bellows to twist when the front wheel spindle tie rod is rotated.
Remove the steering gear bellows clamp(s).
5. Loosen the tie-rod end jam nut(s).
^ Clean and lubricate the nut(s) and front wheel spindle tie-rod threads.
6. Rotate the front wheel spindle tie rods to increase or decrease the front toe.
7. CAUTION: Hold the tie-rod end stationary with a wrench while tightening the nut, or damage to the boot can occur.
NOTE: Do not disturb the toe settings while tightening the nut(s).
Tighten the tie-rod end jam nut(s) to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
8. Install the steering gear bellows clamp(s).
9. Check the toe settings. Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
10. Calibrate the steering wheel position sensor. For additional information, refer to Steering Wheel Position Sensor Calibration in Diagnosis and Testing. Testing and Inspection